Master of Science [M.S] (Forensic Science)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
College Partner
Field of Study:
$14,040/Yr
$14,040 /Yr
- MSc in Forensic Science at the University Of Alabama is offered as a 2-years program.
- This university is ranked #2 by Niche for best college in Alabama 2020.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- The Master of Science in Forensic Science program is one of only 16 programs in the US accredited by FEPAC, the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission.
- This program prepares students for careers in various forensic science and conventional analytical laboratories, emphasizing the application of scientific methods and technologies to legal proceedings.
- It may also be used to build a strong foundation for doctoral and professional studies and offers the opportunity for students to pursue a graduate certificate in computer forensics that involves additional, elective coursework.
- According to the National Institute of Justice, students wishing to pursue a career in forensic science should be aware that positions in these fields usually require extensive background checks similar to those required for law enforcement personnel, and are likely a condition of employment.
- Graduates of the UAB Master of Science in Forensic Science program are very successful in gaining employment within a year of graduating.
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Important Dates
Late applications will be accepted until April 30th; however, once the maximum expected enrollment is reached, late applications may not be considered.
Event | Application Date |
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Fall Application Deadline For 2024 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $14040 (USD 14040) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing and Board | $13290 (USD 13290) |
Total Cost | $13290 (USD 13290) |
Previous Year Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
2021 | $30250 (USD 30250) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology or a related field or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A B.S. degree in forensics should come from a FEPAC-accredited program.
- A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
- Students are recommended to have completed at least two of the following courses (earning a minimum grade of B in each course): quantitative chemistry (wet analytical chemistry), instrumental chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, and statistics.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Scores Required
3.0 / 4
Minimum gpa
GPA
Duolingo English Test Minimum Score: 105
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Research assistant
- Correctional officer
- Victim advocate
- Forensic case manager
- Child protective services worker
- Probation officer
- Detective
- Forensic scientist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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1st Formations Business Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 800/Yr$800 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
The Kay-Grant Group Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,385/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Hani Zeini Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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